Immunizations

Older adults have an increased risk for many preventable diseases. Recommended immunizations include seasonal flu/influenza vaccines, the Td or Tdap vaccine (tetanus, diphtheria, pertussis) and the shingles vaccine.

Pnuemococcal disease is a serious condition that can cause pneumonia. Many seniors and adults are hospitalized or die from this disease each year-and it is preventable. Learn more about the pnuemococcal vaccine and why it is important for adults and seniors.

Tetanus disease is a condition with serious consequences. There is no cure for tetanus once a person develops symptoms, just supportive treatment and management of complications. The best "treatment" is prevention through immunization.

Whooping cough or Pertussis is a serious infection that is spread from person-to-person contact. Adults under the age of 65 should prevent pertussis by receiving a Tdap vaccine. It is especially important for grandparents and others who have contact with children.